NORFOLK, Va. (Jan. 19, 2017) -- Gunner's Mate 3rd Class Zachary Perez (left) and Lt. Brandon Shields, Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) search and rescue (SAR) swimmers, prepare for training at Naval Station Norfolk's Q-80 Waterfront Athletic Complex. SAR certification is a crucial milestone for ship’s completion and moves Ford one step closer to fleet delivery. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Cathrine Mae O. Campbell)

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